As a result of civil unrest in the Congo, a significant portion of coffee production in the area has moved back towards smaller scale farms (with less than 100 trees per farm), predominantly based along the Eastern side of the country. The area provides an ideal microclimate for coffee cultivation - high elevation and good rainfall.

Growers have benefitted from support from the Specialty Coffee Industry and International Aid Community, which have helped in the progressive development of both washing stations and farmer training